We’ve loved our fishing trips to Brazil. I’ve gone to Amazonia three times to chase peacock bass, payara, and wolffish, and also visited Rio in my teens on a family trip. If you like to fish, you should go, but in the meantime you can get some of their best food here in the US at Fogo de Chão.

Fogo de Chão’s “Market Table” has plenty of salads and other allegedly healthy greenery, but this is not your typical restaurant selection. If you’re visiting for the first time, a haphazard approach can make for a less-than-satisfying experience. A bit of preparation and strategy, however, can optimize your visit to the Brazilian foodie wonderland.